Do you remember as a child hearing the phrase: “Only you can prevent forest fires”, this phrase was made famous by Smokey the Bear. And, did you know that this week is It’s National Fire Prevention Week? Yes it is, from October 5 to October 11, 2014 Fire Prevention week commemorate the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 and this year’s theme is Smoke Alarms Save Lives: Test Yours Every Month.
About Fire Prevention week: Fire Prevention Week was established to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire, the tragic 1871 conflagration that killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures and burned more than 2,000 acres. The fire began on October 8, but continued into and did most of its damage on October 9, 1871.
To help get the conversation started, Disney’s Planes: Fire & Rescue (on Blu-ray and Digital HD Nov. 4th) developed a helpful Fire Safety Tips checklist (pictured above). Learn how to prevent and protect your home and family from fire with a safety checklist, quiz, puzzles and more, print a copy of Disney’s Fire & Rescue Fire Safety at Home checklist, quiz, puzzles and games here!
Plot Outline:
“Planes: Fire & Rescue” is a new comedy-adventure about second chances, featuring a dynamic crew of elite firefighting aircraft devoted to protecting historic Piston Peak National Park from raging wildfire. When world famous air racer Dusty (voice of Dane Cook) learns that his engine is damaged and he may never race again, he must shift gears and is launched into the world of aerial firefighting. Dusty joins forces with veteran fire and rescue helicopter Blade Ranger and his courageous team, including spirited super scooper Dipper (voice of Julie Bowen), heavy-lift helicopter Windlifter, ex-military transport Cabbie and a lively bunch of brave all-terrain vehicles known as The Smokejumpers. Together, the fearless team battles a massive wildfire and Dusty learns what it takes to become a true hero. Directed by Bobs Gannaway (“Secret of the Wings”).
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